Governance, Risk & Compliance Officer
Governance, Risk & Compliance Officer London (hybrid) £50,000 – £55,000
VIQU have partnered with a leading organisation that is looking for a Governance, Risk & Compliance Officer to join their Information Security function. This role focuses on owning and evolving established risk, governance, and compliance processes within a regulated, safety-critical environment. You’ll work closely with senior stakeholders to maintain alignment with frameworks such as ISO 27001 and NIST CSF, ensuring controls remain effective and audit-ready.
Key Responsibilities of the Governance, Risk & Compliance Officer:
• Manage and maintain the organisation’s risk management framework, including risk assessments and mitigation tracking. • Monitor risk, control effectiveness, and emerging threats, providing clear reporting to senior stakeholders. • Support compliance with regulatory and industry standards, maintaining registers and audit evidence. • Coordinate audits, manage findings, and ensure timely closure of actions. • Contribute to governance policies, procedures, and continuous improvement initiatives. • Support change governance, ensuring appropriate controls and documentation are in place. • Deliver risk and security awareness across the organisation.
Key Requirements of the Governance, Risk & Compliance Officer:
• Experience in GRC within a regulated or critical services environment. • Strong understanding of ISO 27001, NIST CSF, and wider risk management frameworks. • Experience supporting audits, compliance, and regulatory reporting. • Ability to translate regulatory requirements into practical controls and processes. • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills. • Organised, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities. • Experience within transport, utilities, or similar regulated sectors is highly desirable. • Exposure to OT/ICS environments is a plus. • Certifications such as ISO 27001, CISMP, or CISM are advantageous.
Apply now to speak with VIQU IT, o r reach out to Katie Dark via the VIQU IT website.
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Governance, Risk & Compliance Officer London (hybrid) £50,000 – £55,000